Description

The broodingly dark building that is the Carbide and Carbon building is a striking gesture of art deco and unique decorative techniques. The dark building is a black-polished granite, while the tower is covered with a dark green terra-cotta facade with gold leaf highlights. The building was designed by the Chicago-born Burnham sons and was completed in 1929. It was designed to look like a champagne bottle complete with gold foil and is a striking building from near and afar especially when the sun glimmers off its gold crown. Come pop the cork off this interesting and unique architectural marvel and enjoy a break from the traditional skyscraper.